The martyrs realized what they taught

Treasures of Our Faith with Deacon Richard Vehige · Jun 29, 2026 · 8m

Today, June 29, as our Church celebrates the Solemnity of Peter and Paul, Apostles, we are invited to reflect on a passage from the letter of the apostle Paul to the Galatians (1:15 – – 2:10), entitled "The discussion between Peter and Paul". Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon by Saint Augustine, bishop.

Saints Peter and Paul are celebrated together because they are both considered foundational figures in the early Christian Church and were both martyred in Rome. While they had distinct roles and backgrounds, their martyrdoms, combined with their shared dedication to spreading the…